| 释义 |
View usage for: (tempestʃuəs) adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]If you describe a relationship or a situation as tempestuous, you mean that very strong and intense emotions, especially anger, are involved. For years, the couple's tempestuous relationship made the headlines. ...his brilliant but tempestuous career in British racing Synonyms: passionate, intense, turbulent, heated More Synonyms of tempestuous More Synonyms of tempestuous tempestuous in British English (tɛmˈpɛstjʊəs) adjective1. of or relating to a tempest 2. violent or stormy a tempestuous love affair Derived forms tempestuously (temˈpestuously) adverb tempestuousness (temˈpestuousness) noun tempestuous in American English (tɛmˈpɛstʃuəs; tɛmˈpɛstjuəs) adjective1. of, involving, or like a tempest Derived forms tempestuously (temˈpestuously) adverb tempestuousness (temˈpestuousness) noun Word origin MFr tempestueus < LL tempestuosus < L tempestasExamples of 'tempestuous' in a sentencetempestuous Definition extremely emotional or passionate the couple's tempestuous relationship Synonyms excited emotional flaming hysterical Opposites serene , quiet , calm , peaceful , tranquil , undisturbed , unruffled Definition violent or stormy adverse winds and tempestuous weather Additional synonymsa cool, blustery day Synonyms gusty, wild, violent, stormy, windy, tempestuous, inclement, squally, blusterous Definition noisy and lively a boisterous but good-natured crowd Synonyms unruly, wild, disorderly, loud, noisy, wayward, rowdy, wilful, riotous, unrestrained, rollicking, impetuous, rumbustious, uproarious, obstreperous, clamorousDefinition (of the sea, etc.) turbulent or stormy The boisterous wind had been making the sea increasingly choppy. Synonyms stormy, rough, raging, turbulent, tumultuous, tempestuous, blustery, gusty, squallyNearby words oftempestuous - temperance
- temperate
- tempest
- tempestuous
- temple
- tempo
- temporal
Additional synonymsDefinition in a state of nervous excitement a state of feverish excitement Synonyms frantic, excited, desperate, distracted, frenzied, impatient, obsessive, restless, agitated, frenetic, overwroughtDefinition violent or unrestrained, such as in speed or energy A furious gunbattle ensued. Synonyms violent, wild, intense, fierce, savage, turbulent, stormy, agitated, boisterous, tumultuous, vehement, unrestrained, tempestuous, impetuous, ungovernableWeather forecasts predict gusty winds and lightning strikes. Synonyms windy, stormy, breezy, blustering, tempestuous, blustery, inclement, squally, blowyDefinition impassioned or highly emotional It was a very heated argument. Synonyms impassioned, intense, spirited, excited, angry, violent, bitter, raging, furious, fierce, lively, passionate, animated, frenzied, fiery, stormy, vehement, tempestuousDefinition full of emotion He made an impassioned appeal for peace. Synonyms intense, heated, passionate, warm, excited, inspired, violent, stirring, flaming, furious, glowing, blazing, vivid, animated, rousing, fiery, worked up, ardent, inflamed, fervent, ablaze, vehement, fervid Definition (of weather) stormy or severe Thousands braved the inclement weather last week. Synonyms stormy, severe, rough, foul, harsh, rigorous, boisterous, tempestuous, intemperate, bitterDefinition characterized by deep or forceful feelings Her reaction to the news was more intense than I had imagined. Synonyms passionate, burning, earnest, emotional, keen, flaming, consuming, fierce, eager, enthusiastic, heightened, energetic, animated, ardent, fanatical, fervent, heartfelt, impassioned, vehement, forcible, fervid raging seas Synonyms stormy, strong, wild, violent, turbulent, tempestuousThe competitors had to contend with squally weather conditions. Synonyms stormy, wild, rough, turbulent, windy, tempestuous, blustery, gusty, inclementDefinition (of people) wild and unruly six turbulent years of rows and reconciliations Synonyms wild, violent, disorderly, agitated, rebellious, unruly, rowdy, boisterous, anarchic, tumultuous, lawless, unbridled, riotous, undisciplined, seditious, mutinous, ungovernable, uproarious, refractory, obstreperous, insubordinateAdditional synonymsDefinition (of water or air) full of violent unpredictable currents I had to have a boat that could handle turbulent seas. Synonyms stormy, rough, raging, tempestuous, boiling, disordered, furious, unsettled, foaming, unstable, agitated, tumultuous, choppy, blusteryHis uncontrolled behaviour disturbed the whole class. Synonyms unrestrained, violent, wild, undisciplined, furious, out of control, rampant, out of hand, unruly, boisterous, unchecked, full-on (informal), unbridled, riotous, running wild, untrammelled, ungoverned, lacking self-control, uncurbed, unsubmissive Definition using or involving physical force with the intention of causing injury or destruction He could be violent from time to time. Synonyms brutal, aggressive, savage, wild, rough, fierce, bullying, cruel, vicious, destructive, ruthless, murderous, maddened, berserk, merciless, bloodthirsty, homicidal, pitiless, hot-headed, thuggish, maniacal, hot-tempered Definition lacking restraint or control The angry crowd became quite wild and agitated. Synonyms uncontrolled, violent, rough, disorderly, noisy, chaotic, turbulent, wayward, unruly, rowdy, boisterous, lawless, unfettered, unbridled, riotous, unrestrained, unmanageable, impetuous, undisciplined, ungovernable, self-willed, uproariousDefinition denoting a time or conditions in which there is a strong wind It was a windy, overcast day. Synonyms breezy, wild, stormy, boisterous, blustering, windswept, tempestuous, blustery, gusty, inclement, squally, blowy |